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Peter 
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 Posted: March 19 2009 at 13:02 |
A tres tasty Belgian-style strong ale on lees, from Quebec's world-class Unibroue brewery.
They make many such very fine, gourmet beers -- the Quebec border is just 2-3 hours away, and just an hour from there to a large town and supermarket....
Last summer, I went there on my bike, on a whim. When I got home in the evening, and my wife asked where I'd been, I replied ''I just went to buy some beer." 
She wasn't too impressed -- apparently next time I do such a thing, I should tell her my plans first, and bring a cell phone.  Ah yes -- r esponsibility! 
Maudite means "damned," BTW -- drink two or more (large) bottles of this strong stuff, and the next morning you'll think you have been! 
 Remember this one, Jim? Even stronger:
"The End of the World" -- aptly named! 
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"And, has thou slain the Jabberwock?
Come to my arms, my beamish boy!
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!'
He chortled in his joy.
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Epignosis
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Posted: March 18 2009 at 15:58 |
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The best beer I have in my fridge right now is a Michelob Irish Red Ale. And only one of them.
Now that's saying something.
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Ricochet
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Posted: March 18 2009 at 10:51 |
I've had my biggest wastin' yet back two weeks ago, in Austria, with my buddies. 8 beers, and I was unable to pronounce the letter "R" until the next day. 
Not to mention that we missed the 2 AM night bus, and had to got by foot an hour long, not being able to tell the street from the sidewalk apart.  We emptied three six-packs of Gössers and Murauers combined.
Edited by Ricochet - March 18 2009 at 10:52
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Captain Capricorn
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Finnforest
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Posted: March 18 2009 at 10:13 |
ohhhh mannnn I could use a cold one right now.....but its 10 am here.... 
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mystic fred
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Posted: March 18 2009 at 09:13 |
no Waggledance honeydew ..?
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progismylife
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Posted: March 18 2009 at 08:32 |
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Out of those...Stella Artois.
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Epignosis
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Posted: March 17 2009 at 23:27 |
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martinprog77
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Posted: March 17 2009 at 23:24 |
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Nothing can last
there are no second chances.
Never give a day away.
Always live for today.
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Captain Capricorn
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Posted: March 17 2009 at 22:33 |
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Out of these, Hoegaarden...I love the interplay of the corriander & curacao with the wheat.
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valravennz
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Posted: March 17 2009 at 22:13 |
The best beer in the world - New Zealand Steinlager 
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"Music is the Wine that fills the cup of Silence"
- Robert Fripp
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BaldFriede
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Posted: February 26 2009 at 02:57 |
We used to serve Dortmunder Kronen Classic at our restaurant, but sadly Dortmunder Kronen does not produce it anymore, only Export and Pilsener, which in our opinion are not as good. So we switched to this instead: 
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markosherrera
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Posted: February 25 2009 at 23:22 |
   
Edited by markosherrera - February 25 2009 at 23:26
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Hi progmaniacs of all the world
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tszirmay
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Posted: February 07 2009 at 03:15 |
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Chimay from this list , as well as other Belgians Duvel, Schouffe, DeKoninck, Leffe, Pauwel Kwak, Petrus , Rogue, Delerium Tremens, etc.... Blanche de Chambly and Chambly Noire from Quebec, are both delicious!
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I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth.
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LinusW
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Posted: February 06 2009 at 03:53 |
And why not add another one while I'm at it:  This one has an attitude problem as well: "It is quite doubtful that you have the sophistication to appreciate
the depth, character and quality of this premium craft brewed beer". Their own description: A beer of inherent contradiction. This heavy weight of the beer world
is strikingly delicate with a white gold appearance. The light fruity
aroma dominates the initial confrontation; lychee, kiwi and
passionfruit all prevail with subtle nuances of cherry and strawberry. Don’t be fooled however by this smooth
medium bodied ale. As it trickles down your throat as this wolf in
sheep’s clothing begins to grow teeth. The bite comes as the bitterness
builds and endures no matter how hard the malty sweetness of the
alcohol tries to tame this ferocious beast. An exciting beer that will
captivate with a whole body drinking experience.
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LinusW
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Posted: February 06 2009 at 03:40 |
 Just thought I'd revive this thread with a new favourite. Very much recommended!
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Epignosis
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Posted: January 18 2009 at 19:15 |
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Let's sing a song:
"Do- the stuff that makes the beer
Re- the guy who brings me beer
Mi- the person who drinks the beer
Fa- a long, long way to get beer
So- I'll have another beer
La- I'll have another beer
Ti- no thanks, I'm having beer
And that will bring us back to do, oh, oh, oh"
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Peter
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Posted: January 14 2009 at 20:35 |
 June wrote:
Glad you guys enjoyed it. Seriously thought everyone knew it though.
Love the sig, Peter. At least one of my top 10 songs... |
Yeah -- such a terrific song! I recently got a very thorough Kinks 24 "hits" retrospective. It's hard to believe just how old their best stuff is. Essential songs like All day and All of the Night, You really Got Me ('64), A Well Respected Man ('65), Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Dead End Street, Sunny Afternnon ('66), Death of a Clown, Autumn Almanac, Waterloo Sunset ('67), Days ('68), Victoria ('69) and Lola ('70) were something special, and ahead of their time in sophistication, sly wit, and quaint English charm.
This is a great CD, for those who'd like to start with this very important, but too-often overlooked British Invasion band:
June, did you know that Kinks founder, vocalist and main songwriter Ray Davies recently (a year or so back) released a new "comeback" solo album, to critical acclaim? it seems he's still got it -- I'll have to seek it out!
To bring this post back on thread, Sunny Afternoon of course includes the immortal verse:
My girlfriend's run off with my car,
And gone back to her ma and pa,
Telling tales of drunkenness and cruelty.
Now I'm sitting here,
Sipping at my ice cold beer,
Lazing on a sunny afternoon.
What the heck -- here's a VERY COOL old video of the track. Dig the Flying Vee guitar! 
And, since you insist, June, here's the lovely Waterloo Sunset, lip synced:
and live, in 1972:
^ Keep viewinging at the end for The Village Green Preservation Society, with full orchestration and lots of backing singers. What a treat! 
Okay, okay! -- here's A video for Apeman, always sure to bring a wistful smile:
and then live, in 1970:
Ah, classy, classic stuff, the Kinks!
Edited by Peter - January 14 2009 at 20:44
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"And, has thou slain the Jabberwock?
Come to my arms, my beamish boy!
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!'
He chortled in his joy.
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Peter
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Posted: January 14 2009 at 19:44 |
^ I have found this to be a nice Aussie beer:
It's bottle-conditioned, unfiltered & unpasteurized, so it can pour cloudy (especially if you "swirl" the last couple of ounces before pouring), but that should not scare away the unexperienced tippler. It's very good, and has reportedly won great renown for this old Adelaide family brewery.
Apparently Coopers brews a very tasty Extra Stout, too, but I've never encountered it. One to keep a hopeful eye out for!
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"And, has thou slain the Jabberwock?
Come to my arms, my beamish boy!
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!'
He chortled in his joy.
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T.Rox
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Posted: January 10 2009 at 21:04 |
And where are the Aussie beers on the list  ...and not that Foster's crap that would seem to be the only beer that gets sold outside of Oz 
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